76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Career-high five steals in win
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Edgecombe racked up 13 points (4-13 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, seven assists and five steals in 35 minutes during Wednesday's 131-110 victory over Washington.
The five steals were a career high for the third overall pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, and they marked the fifth straight game in which Edgecombe had recorded multiple steals. He's also scored in double digits in 14 straight games, averaging 18.4 points, 5.0 boards, 4.1 assists, 2.8 threes and 1.8 steals over that stretch.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Stays hot Monday
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Edgecombe posted 17 points (6-17 FG, 5-11 3Pt), eight rebounds, nine assists, two blocks and two steals across 42 minutes during Monday's 125-124 overtime loss to Denver.
The rookie first-rounder continues to roll for fantasy managers, scoring at least 17 points while swiping multiple steals in four consecutive games. Edgecombe has averaged 20.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, 4.2 assists, 1.7 steals and 3.2 three-pointers per contest in his last 10 games, shooting 40.0 percent from beyond the arc.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Scores 26 in win
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Edgecombe totaled 26 points (10-16 FG, 4-9 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four assists, two rebounds, two blocks and two steals in 41 minutes during Saturday's 130-119 win over the Knicks.
Edgecombe delivered an efficient scoring performance Saturday, drilling four three-pointers while logging heavy minutes in a win. It marked the seventh time the rookie has played 40-plus minutes this season, and he's now topped 20 points in four of those outings. While there have been ebbs and flows typical of a first-year player, the Baylor product has flashed a well-rounded skill set and largely lived up to the expectations that came with being selected No. 3 in the 2025 NBA Draft.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Posts four steals in Thursday's win
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Edgecome registered 23 points (9-14 FG, 3-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), five rebounds, two assists, four steals and one block over 40 minutes during the 76ers' 123-108 win over the Mavericks on Thursday.
The rookie first-rounder displayed his defensive chops during Thursday's win, with his four steals matching a career high he set against the Grizzlies on Tuesday. He finished as the 76ers' second-leading scorer behind Tyrese Maxey (34 points), and Edgecome has logged at least 23 points in five of his last seven outings. Over his last 10 outings, Edgecombe has averaged 19.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, 3.3 assists, 2.7 threes and 1.3 steals over 36.1 minutes per game.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Cleared to play vs. Chicago
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Edgecombe (illness) is available for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Edgecombe was unable to play against the Nets on Tuesday due to an illness, but he has recovered enough to return Friday, which means Jared McCain will likely revert to a bench role. Across eight games in December, Edgecombe has averaged 17.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 2.5 threes and 1.1 steals over 32.6 minutes per game.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Upgraded to probable
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Edgecombe (illness) is probable for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Edgecombe was previously listed as questionable, but he made it through shootaround without any setbacks. Additionally, Dominick Barlow (illness) and Quentin Grimes (illness) have also been upgraded to probable.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Not playing Tuesday
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Edgecombe (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Nets, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe was added to the injury report earlier Tuesday due to an illness, and the Sixers won't be taking any risks with their highly touted rookie. Players like Jared McCain, Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker could see more minutes with Edgecombe out. The rookie out of Baylor will aim to return for Friday's contest against the Bulls.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Uncertain to play Tuesday
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Edgecombe was added to the 76ers' injury report and is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nets due to an illness, Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer reports.
Along with Edgecombe, Quentin Grimes and Dominick Barlow will take questionable tags into Tuesday's game due to illnesses, while Joel Embiid is probable. Perhaps out of concern for a bug being spread to other players, the 76ers opted to cancel their morning shootaround. Edgecombe will rest up throughout the morning and afternoon before the 76ers likely offer further clarity on his status as the game's 7 p.m. ET tipoff approaches. If both Edgecombe and Grimes end up being sidelined, the 76ers could have to turn for Jared McCain, Justin Edwards and Jabari Walker for more minutes on the wing, and one or both of Kyle Lowry and Eric Gordon could enter the rotation.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Nets 26 points with four treys
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Edgecombe totaled 26 points (9-21 FG, 4-10 3Pt, 4-4 FT), six rebounds, two assists and one block across 39 minutes during Sunday's 120-117 loss to Atlanta.
With Tyrese Maxey (illness) missing his second straight game, Edgecombe finished as the 76ers' second-leading scorer, and he's seen his usage rate rise to 19.9 over the past two. Edgecombe will look to keep it going Friday in New York, but he may see a dip in usage if Maxey returns to action.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Tips in game-winning shot
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Edgecombe finished Thursday's 99-98 win over the Warriors with 10 points (4-8 FG, 2-5 3Pt), six rebounds, five assists and three steals in 24 minutes.
Edgecombe didn't need to do much with Tyrese Maxey cruising to a 35-point game, but he was efficient with his opportunities on the offensive end and helped secure a victory by tipping in a shot at the rim with a few seconds remaining. The Sixers have been careful with the rookie guard since his return from a left calf injury, as he's been held to 24 minutes or fewer in three straight games. Edgecombe's ceiling may be a bit limited until he ramps back up to a full workload, but he's found ways to contribute across the board even while on a restriction.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Cleared to play Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) is available and starting Sunday against the Hawks, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
Edgecombe will return from a three-game absence due to a left calf injury, though he'll be on an unspecified minutes restriction, according to Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com. With the rookie back in action, Quentin Grimes will retreat to the bench.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Questionable for Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe continues to nurse a left calf injury. Even though he's missed the last three games, the rookie out of Baylor might be available to play Sunday, though a decision will likely be made closer to Sunday's tipoff. Edgecombe is averaging 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds and 4.2 assists per game this season.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Ruled out vs. Magic
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Edgecombe (calf) won't play in Tuesday's game against the Magic, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.comreports.
Left calf tightness is costing Edgecombe a second straight game. The rookie first-rounder will be trying to recover in time for Friday's matchup against Brooklyn. Jared McCain played a season-high 26 minutes in Sunday's loss to Miami, setting him up as a strong streaming option for Tuesday.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Won't play Sunday
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Edgecombe (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Heat, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com reports.
Edgecombe will miss his first game of the season due to left calf tightness. His imaging came back clean after he experienced discomfort in Thursday's game against the Bucks, and this absence is considered precautionary, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports. The rookie has started all 15 contests for the 76ers, averaging 15.6 points, 6.0 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.3 steals in 37.3 minutes per game. With Edgecombe sidelined, Quentin Grimes is a likely candidate to join the starting lineup Sunday.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Questionable for Sunday
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Edgecombe is questionable for Sunday's game against the Heat due to left calf tightness, Austin Krell of OnPattison.com reports.
Edgecombe presumably tweaked his calf during Thursday's win over Milwaukee, and he's in danger of missing Sunday's game. His status will be worth monitoring following Sunday's shootaround, but if he's unable to give it a go, that would open up minutes for Quentin Grimes, Justin Edwards and Eric Gordon.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Scores 18 points with four treys
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Edgecombe notched 18 points (6-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, three assists and one steal over 37 minutes during Friday's 114-105 loss to the Pistons.
Edgecombe had been struggling mightily in his previous five outings, converting just 27.9 percent of his shot attempts, but he snapped out of the shooting funk in this one and finished as Philly's second-leading scorer. He'll look to keep it going Monday against the Clippers.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Good to go
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Edgecombe (back) will play in Friday's game against the Pistons.
Edgecombe was previously labeled questionable due to back spasms, but the rookie has been upgraded to available. He's yet to miss a game this season. After a hot start to the campaign, Edgecombe has cooled off significantly, as he's averaging just 8.8 points and shooting 26.5 percent from the field across his past four appearances.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Questionable vs. Pistons
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Edgecombe (back) is questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.
The rookie first-rounder is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season due to back spasms. His status could come down to a game-time decision based on Friday's pregame warmups. If Edgecombe joins Paul George (knee) on the sidelines, Quentin Grimes could be in line for a spot start at shooting guard.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Struggles with shot in loss
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Edgecombe provided 11 points (3-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), six rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 32 minutes during Sunday's 111-108 loss to the Pistons.
Edgecombe turned heads after scoring 34 points in his NBA debut, but he's cooled off lately as opposing defenses have begun to plan against him. The former Baylor standout is in the midst of a cold stretch where he's failed to reach the 15-point mark in four straight games. During that stretch, Edgecombe is averaging 10.3 points and 7.0 rebounds per game while shooting 30 percent from the field. He'll continue to have upside as a starter in the backcourt next to Tyrese Maxey, but fantasy managers should be cautious about what Edgecombe might bring to the table based on his recent struggles.
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76ers' VJ Edgecombe: Underwhelms in loss
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Edgecombe racked up seven points (3-14 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds and four assists across 37 minutes during Wednesday's 132-121 loss to Cleveland.
Edgecombe posted season lows in points and made field goals Wednesday and was unable to make a three-pointer. Despite the lackluster performance, Edgecombe is still having a phenomenal rookie season, averaging 17.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.8 assists, 1.4 steals, 0.3 blocks and 2.3 threes made, so look for him to bounce back Saturday against the Raptors.
